A passion for educating, encouraging, and empowering others.
Passionate about sharing his research, experience, and insight with others, Philip brings an inspiring energy and a collaborative spirit to each speaking engagement. Whether state or national-level conferences, community-focused programs or professional development sessions, Philip engages audiences in an open, enthusiastic style. Consider leveraging Philip’s experience and expertise to inspire, develop, and empower your team.
Learn more below.
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Philip understands library programming well and can add value to your event calendar through book talks, literary festivals, or workshops. Potential topics include:
Intelligence and National Security History
His book, Rise of the Mavericks
The Writing and Publishing Process
The Value and Impact of Modern Libraries
The Narrative Nature of History
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Philip is passionate about educating, encouraging, and empowering others. As a library leader with experience in both academic and public libraries, as well as leadership and service in state-level professional associations, Philip brings compelling insight for modern library teams. Potential workshop topics include:
Strategic Planning
Library Leadership and Coaching
Community Engagement
Networking
Organizational Culture
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Beyond his academic research, Philip also spent more than seven years in higher education as a library director. Whether discussing his book or other topics, Philip is well-prepared to engage undergraduate or graduate-level classes and seminars, faculty forums, college-wide lecture series, and more. Potential topics include:
Air Force Communications Intelligence
Emergence of U.S. National Security State
His book, Rise of the Mavericks
Growth of the U.S. Cryptologic Community
The Narrative Nature of History
Podcasting in Academia
Navigating Academia as a Young Professional
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From podcasts to civic organizations to literary festivals to community groups—and everything in between—Philip is passionate about bringing all that he has learned to public audiences. Add Philip to your event lineup to explore important topics with your group or audience. Potential topics include:
His book, Rise of the Mavericks
Air Force Communications Intelligence
Emergence of U.S. National Security State
The Value and Impact of Modern Libraries
The Narrative Nature of History
The Writing and Publishing Process
Professional Networking
Leadership and Coaching
Organizational Culture